Large 26” Vintage Brutalist Tabletop Sculpture by Frank Tenaglia, Signed 1973 Mixed Metal Ribbon Art

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Bring a powerful, authentic slice of 1970s American studio craftsmanship into your space. Standing an impressive 26 inches tall, this … Read more Bring a powerful, authentic slice of 1970s American studio craftsmanship into your space. Standing an impressive 26 inches tall, this commanding three-dimensional Brutalist sculpture is a masterclass in texture, form, and tension. Hand-signed and precisely dated by the artist, Frank Tenaglia, on December 20, 1973, the piece features dynamic, undulating ribbons of torch-cut, brazed mixed metals—showing gorgeous, rich gradients of copper, brass, and deep fire-patinated tones. The sculpture rises beautifully from a massive, heavily textured geometric cube pedestal, giving it an undeniable architectural presence.

This exceptional piece comes directly out of a distinguished collector’s estate in Maine, where it was curated alongside the works of iconic regional masters George Hardy and James Rivington Pyne. Tenaglia, a U.S. Navy veteran who later founded "Metal Art Sculptures," perfectly channeled the raw, aggressive energy of the Brutalist movement into high-end structural art designed for prominent homes and executive offices. Unlike mass-produced wall art of the era, this is a heavy, fully realized 3D tabletop sculpture that casts dramatic, intricate shadows when placed under accent lighting. A true collector's piece with ironclad mid-century provenance. See less